2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | B3000 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
